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11 Best Spots for Holiday Spirit in DFW

Published 11/8/2019 by Cori Kallenberger

Spooky season has come and gone, and now it’s time to bring out your comfy sweaters and get into the holiday mood! Looking for the best places for a season date night or family getaway? Arlington has all you need from glowing lights to artisan markets and spirited shows. Here are 2019’s top spots to get your fill of holiday spirit in DFW: Six MORE ›

Pumpkin Heaven: 5 Places to Get Your Pumpkin On in Arlington

Published 10/9/2019 by Rhonda Aghamalian

If you know me or you’ve read my blog articles, you know I am ridiculously in love with all things October, Halloween and fall in general…including pumpkins! The fact is, you simply can’t do fall properly without indulging in a little pumpkin action, so let’s take a look at six spots in Arlington where you can enjoy pumpkin-themed fun: Board + MORE ›

Hop On Your Easter Checklist

Published 4/2/2019 by Cori Kallenberger

Spring is here and Easter is right around the corner! Check off everything on your holiday list with this guide on Easter things to do in Arlington. Try out these family friendly and affordable options for an egg-cellent time. Bunny Times: Get your tail over to Alley Cats for Bowling with the Bunny on April 13 from 10-2 p.m. After you’ve had your MORE ›

My Alt Valentine: Four Things to Do for V-Day That Don’t Involve Love and Restaurant Reservations

Published 2/11/2019 by Rhonda Aghamalian

For those who don’t know about Galentine’s Day: The short version of the story is that a 2010 episode of the NBC comedy “Parks and Recreation” made popular the notion that Valentine’s Day shouldn’t just be for lovey-dovey couples, it should also be a time for ladies to celebrate their friendships with each other by doing…well, whatever they want! MORE ›

For Fun: Bad Dates, Great Stories

Published 2/10/2019 by Guest

No doubt about it, bad dates have been happening to good humans ever since the first prehistoric man showed up at his lady love’s cave without bringing a little saber-toothed something. Most of these unfortunate outings fall into one of two categories: The kind with good people but bad luck, and the kind where the person you’re on the date with is MORE ›

Happy Holidays from Arlington: 6 Ideas for Local Gift Shopping

Published 12/18/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

While there’s no doubt that the rack of corporate gift cards at the grocery store checkout line makes for convenient gift buying, let’s face it—these gifts may be useful, but they’re not very exciting. Instead of yet another big box holiday, how about trying one of these ideas for gift shopping in Arlington that are sure to result in stocking MORE ›

Searching for Santa: 5 Places to Find The Big Man in Arlington

Published 12/11/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

Santa Claus. St. Nick. Kris Kringle. Father Christmas. No matter which handle you prefer, there’s no denying he’s the rock star of the holiday season. If you’re in search of special moments, snapshots and selfies with the Big Man himself, here’s where you can find him in Arlington this year: Breakfast with Santa at Cliff Nelson Recreation Center MORE ›

Q&A: Ralph Sobel, Interlochen Resident and Lake Interlochen HOA President

Published 12/5/2018 by Nikki Stephens

The legendary Arlington neighborhood's light show is iconic. We got to talk to Lake Interlochen HOA President Ralph Sobel to hear about Interlochen’s ambitious beginnings and lasting tenure within Arlington and the state of Texas as definitive Christmas must-see. NS: Interlochen has been a part of the Spirit of Arlington tradition for many years. MORE ›

Why I’m Thankful for Arlington

Published 11/16/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

Title: “Why I’m Thankful for Arlington” As someone who was born and raised in Arlington—and who has also lived and worked here during multiple eras of my adult life—I’ve racked up a sizeable list of favorite places and an even larger collection of memories, as you might imagine. The older I get, the more appreciative I am of both, so it seems MORE ›

Arlington, TX Restaurants Open for Business on Thanksgiving Day 2018

Published 11/16/2018 by Guest

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018 Restaurant Primary Phone Hours BoomerJack's Bar & Grill (817) 275-5400 10:30 am to 11 pm Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar (817) 633-7773 10 am to 8 pm Buffalo Wings & Rings (682) 323-7099 11 am to 7 pm Chamas Do Brazil Brazilian Steakhouse (817) 375-0250 12 MORE ›